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V999 DJG

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4966cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,253 mi
Last recorded61,253 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV999 DJG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,966cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 61,253 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 60,067 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 59,253 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2023 58,280 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 57,434 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 56,863 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 56,161 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 54,218 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 52,306 miles

Under trays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2017 49,502 miles

both front and o/s/r tyre cracked and perished

Pass 16 Feb 2016 43,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 24 Feb 2015 36,998 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 30,110 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 28,256 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 24,700 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 20,493 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 16,171 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 12,878 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,886 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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V999 DJG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 52,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V999 DJG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V999 DJG registered?

V999 DJG is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is V999 DJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V999 DJG shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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